{"id":2962,"date":"2020-05-29T08:15:36","date_gmt":"2020-05-29T12:15:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.doctorflue.com\/blog\/?p=2962"},"modified":"2020-05-29T08:15:36","modified_gmt":"2020-05-29T12:15:36","slug":"how-to-hire-a-chimney-sweep-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.doctorflue.com\/blog\/how-to-hire-a-chimney-sweep-2\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Hire a Chimney Sweep and Get the Best Service"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2964\" src=\"https:\/\/www.doctorflue.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/doctor-flue-how-to-hire-a-chimney-sweep.jpg\" alt=\"Doctor Flue performing a chimney inspection and cleaning\" width=\"600\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.doctorflue.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/doctor-flue-how-to-hire-a-chimney-sweep.jpg 600w, https:\/\/www.doctorflue.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/05\/doctor-flue-how-to-hire-a-chimney-sweep-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A safe home includes a safe chimney and fireplace.\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">But taking care of a chimney\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">isn\u2019t<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0something most homeowners can do on their own \u2013 it takes specialized skills and tools to thoroughly inspect and clean them! But you may not know how to hire a chimney sweep\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">who\u2019s<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0experienced and reputable.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Read on to learn tips for hiring the best chimney sweep to keep your chimney in the best condition possible.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Look for CSIA Certification<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:40,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The number one thing to remember when planning to hire a chimney sweep is to look\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">for CSIA certification. The Chimney Sweep Institute of America<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0is a national nonprofit organization built around improving the chimney sweep and maintenance industry. They provide:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Education for chimney professionals<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"2\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Specialized training opportunities<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"3\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Certification<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"1\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"4\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Public awareness campaigns<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233279&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">By focusing only on organizations that have CSIA-certified sweeps,\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">you\u2019ll<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0be able to find the best chimney sweeps in your area. CSIA certification helps ensure that they\u2019re properly trained,\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">up-to-date<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0in chimney\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">safety and will provide the best service.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.doctorflue.com\/blog\/fireplace-safety-code\/\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Proper<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0maintenance for chimney systems is complicated. Some chimney sweep companies across the nation may provide services that\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">they\u2019re<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0not fully trained to do<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">! Considering the importance of any system involved with fire and the byproducts of combustion in your home, you want to know\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">you\u2019re<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0hiring someone you can trust.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Unlike some other service-based industries, chimney sweeps are less regulated. That means\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">it\u2019s<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0easier for a person to start a business with little to no experience.<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0Untrained sweeps may not identify potential issues or inadequately clean your fire-based appliances. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doctorflue.com\/blog\/dirty-chimney\/\">These can put your home or health at risk.<\/a><\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Check Their Online Reviews<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:40,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">When deciding how to hire a chimney sweep that will perform a great job, make use of online resources like review platforms. A simple Google search is often all it takes to find a business\u2019s\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">reviews from their previous work.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Look both at reviews as a whole and browse through individual reviews to learn more about the company before you hire them.\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Reviews are a great source of candid experiences from previous\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">customers that help you understand who\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">you\u2019re<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0hiring.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Keep an eye open for consistent praise or concerns. Do several reviews reference how thorough they are? The care they took with keeping your home clean <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doctorflue.com\/chimney-cleaning.php\">during a chimney\u00a0<\/a><\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">cleaning?<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0Whatever information you can find will help you narrow down your choices to just the best in your area!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Schedule in the Warmer Months<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:40,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.doctorflue.com\/chimney-inspection.php\">Chimney inspections<\/a> and cleanings are something that should be done on a yearly basis. Every homeowner with a fire-based appliance and a flue that exhausts the byproducts needs to take maintenance seriously! Incidents like chimney fires or CO2 poisoning are real concerns that affect any home with a chimney.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Even if you\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">don\u2019t<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0use your fireplace, wood-burning stove or other appliance, it still needs regularly inspected and cleaned. But the most common time for people to think of them is when the weather gets cold. That means you shouldn&#8217;t just think about how to hire a chimney sweep but also when!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The best tip for how to a hire a chimney sweep is to schedule your inspection during the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.doctorflue.com\/blog\/best-time-to-clean-chimney\/\">warmer months of the late spring or summer<\/a>. By scheduling your inspection in these seasons,\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">you\u2019ll<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0likely be able to have your chimney serviced sooner. Then you\u2019ll know it\u2019s ready for use when the first chilly day\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">arrives<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0and you want to warm up by a cozy fire.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-2716\" src=\"https:\/\/www.doctorflue.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/DRF-CTA-1-e1520950671133.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"600\" height=\"209\" \/><\/span><\/p>\n<h2 aria-level=\"2\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Schedule an Inspection of Your Chimney Today!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:40,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Our\u202f<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.doctorflue.com\/meet-the-staff.php\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">CSIA Certified Chimney Sweeps<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202fwill inspect your fireplace and chimney to make sure your chimney liner is in excellent condition, or to schedule an appointment to install a new liner if necessary!\u202f<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.doctorflue.com\/contact-doctor-flue.php\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Contact us today<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">!\u00a0<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We\u2019ll<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u00a0get you set up right away so you can have peace of mind.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Call Us:\u202f<\/span><a href=\"tel:18004383583\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">1-800-438-3583<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Email Us:\u202f<\/span><a href=\"mailto:office@drflue.com\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">office@drflue.com<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Office Hours: Mon-Fri: 8am-4pm<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.doctorflue.com\/contact-doctor-flue.php\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Contact Us<\/span><\/a><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f|\u202f<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.doctorflue.com\/contact-doctor-flue.php\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Request A Quote<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Connect with Doctor Flue on Social Media\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/DrFlue\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:160,&quot;335559740&quot;:259}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A safe home includes a safe chimney and fireplace.\u00a0But taking care of a chimney\u00a0isn\u2019t\u00a0something most homeowners can do on their own \u2013 it takes specialized skills and tools to thoroughly inspect and clean them! 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